Solar power in South Africa is expected to reach 8,400 MW by 2030, along with 8,400 MW of wind power.[1]
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Potential [edit]
South Africa's insolation greatly exceeds the average values in Europe, Russia, and most of North America.[2]
Projects [edit]
A 5,000 MW solar park is planned for Upington.[1] A 50 MW concentrated photovoltaics power plant is planned for Touwsrivier, in Western Cape, South Africa.[3]
Statistics [edit]
| Year | Photovoltaics (MWp) | CSP (MWp) |
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| 2010 | 40 | |
| 2011 | 41 |
See also [edit]
- Department of Energy (South Africa)
- Renewable energy in Africa
- List of countries by electricity production from renewable sources
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